Danville, Kentucky to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

68.2 miles 109.7 km · straight line
83.3 miles actual route 134.1 km · driving distance
1h 42min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
308° NW bearing direction

How far is Danville, Kentucky from Louisville?

The distance from Danville, Kentucky to Louisville is 68.2 miles (109.7 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located NW of Danville, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 83.3 miles, taking about 1h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Danville, Kentucky and Louisville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Danville, Kentucky to Louisville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 42min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 2min $7–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 37min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Kentucky & Louisville

Quick Facts

Danville, Kentucky
37.65°N, 84.77°W
America/New_York
300m elevation
Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 365.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM